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Man detained in connection to robbery at Silver Reef Casino Resort, other tribal casinos in Washington

Bellingham, WALocal News

Edgar Gonzalez Barragan, 32, faces federal charges linked to a string of robberies at tribal casinos in Washington, starting with Silver Reef Casino Resort on August 3. The U. S. Justice Department reports he threatened a cashier with a gun during this incident. He is also accused of two attempted robberies at the Tulalip Quil Ceda Creek Casino and Little Creek Casino, occurring over a nine-day span in early August.

Investigators have tied him to the theft of a $12,000 "Jaws of Life" tool from a Riverside Fire Authority truck on the same day as one of the casino robberies. Barragan was arrested on August 11 after allegedly robbing a bank in Shoreline, just hours before his detention. His actions have heightened concerns regarding the security measures at tribal casinos in Washington. The ongoing investigation reflects a broader issue of crime affecting local businesses and public safety. Authorities are likely to reassess security protocols in response to these incidents.

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